The Shimano Dura-Ace SPD-SLR PD-R9300 Pedals (+4mm Axle) featured here at Escapa are competition-grade road clipless pedals designed to improve stability, power transfer, and the connection between rider and bike. The new SPD-SLR platform reduces the height between the shoe and the axle, increases the contact area, and allows for faster clip-in.
This version features a 4 mm longer axle than the standard model. The increased lateral clearance is ideal for riders who need more space between their feet and the cranks, whether due to biomechanics, hip width, knee alignment, or fit preferences.
4 mm Longer Axle
The standard version has a distance of approximately 52 mm between the center of the pedal and the crankarm. In this variant, the axle adds 4 mm on each side, increasing the total separation between the two pedals by approximately 8 mm.
This configuration may be useful for:
- Cyclists who need a wider pedaling stance.
- Users whose shoes rub against the cranks.
- Cyclists with a naturally wider foot alignment.
- Biomechanical adjustments that require increasing the Q-factor.
- Replacing Shimano pedals with an equivalent long-spindle version.
The choice of this version should preferably be based on a biomechanical analysis or a previously validated position.
New Shimano SPD-SLR Platform
The SPD-SLR system is Shimano’s new generation of road clipless pedals. Its design reduces the height of the shoe-pedal assembly and brings the foot closer to the axle for a more direct power transfer.
Shimano reports a reduction of approximately 2.3 mm compared to the previous Dura-Ace platform. This lower height helps limit unnecessary movement and improves the feeling of connection during sprints, accelerations, and climbs.
Wider Contact Area
The contact surface has been widened to better distribute the force applied to the pedal. This provides stability when pedaling at high power and helps keep the foot firmly planted during the most intense efforts.
The extra-large platform is particularly useful during:
- Sprints and accelerations.
- Climbing out of the saddle.
- Time trials and sustained efforts.
- High-intensity training.
- Road races.
Faster, more intuitive clip-in
The rear shape of the pedal and the cleat entry point have been redesigned to make clipping in easier. A wider catch zone helps you locate the pedal quickly after a stop or during race situations.
The new design reduces the angle needed to clip in, providing a more intuitive connection when starting to ride.
Reinforced carbon body
The body is made of carbon fiber-reinforced composite, providing an excellent balance of weight, stiffness, and strength. An integrated stainless steel plate reinforces the area where the cleat makes contact and protects the pedal from wear.
The bearing system and heat-treated axle are engineered to evenly distribute loads and provide smooth rotation while pedaling.
Shimano CL-SL110 cleats included
The pedals include yellow Shimano CL-SL110 SPD-SLR cleats, with an approximate angular freedom of ±3°. This float allows for controlled foot movement and helps maintain a natural position of the knees and ankles while pedaling.
Shimano also offers SPD-SLR cleats with different float and adjustment options to tailor the system to the rider’s needs.
Important: These pedals use the new Shimano SPD-SLR cleats. They should not be considered compatible with previous SPD-SL cleats without verifying the corresponding specifications.
